Mix in half the coriander and lemon juice and cook for about 5 minutes.

The water should be absorbed by now. At this stage, remove half the vegetable mixture in a bowl.

Even out the remaining vegetable and layer with half of the rice .

Cover with the rest of the vegetables and a layer of rice again.

Cover and leave on the lowest heat for about 10 minutes.

Serve garnished with coriander.

If you like, you can slice onions and fry them till brown and add a layer on the top.

Alternatively, you can layer the vegetable and rice in an oven proof glass serving bowl and cover and cook for 10 minutes at 160 C

For a typical Biryani, you can soak few strands of Saffron in 2 tbsp warm milk for 15 minutes. Squeeze the strands with your fingertips. Add it to the rice and mix well .

Note: It is not always possible to have a variety of vegetables at home. Try to make with any of the following as an alternative or addition Corn Potato Peppers ( Stir fry and keep aside .Do not overcook )